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The Book of Ballads by Charles Vess7/5/2023 ![]() To pre-order from Amazon, follow this link. The Book of Ballads: The Original Art Edition comes to comic book stores on Septemand to bookstores on October 10, 2017. (Longer, ramblier review available on my blog, Stella Matutina). But its not nearly as good as it couldve been, and youre probably better off borrowing it than buying it. ![]() In addition to giving the work a new, larger scale, the book will include Charles Vess’ original thumbnails and story notes. The book is still worth reading if you have any interest in ballads or folklore, and if you like Charles Vesss art its an absolute gem. In September 2017, Titan Comics is bringing out an oversized, 10 x 15, hardcover version. Others take the tales and provide a new twist or an added depth to the story. Some, like Charles DeLint’s version of “The Twa Corbies,” bring the ballad into the author’s world while standing alone on their own right. Charles Vess began his career in 1976 and has since gone on to become a premier fantasy illustrator. ![]() There are tales of life, love, death, and transformation. ![]() If you enjoy stories that range from haunting to creepy to downright weird, you’ll love the English, Irish, and Scottish ballads, and if you like any of the artists in the book you’ll enjoy the retellings. Each section retells an old ballad, with both artist and author providing an original take on the tale. Charles Vess created beautiful black and white illustrations for short comic-book retellings by familiar and beloved authors like Neil Gaiman, Jane Yolen, and Emma Bull. Twenty-two years ago, Charles Vess’ orginal The Book of Ballads was released. ![]()
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